[hermantheshocker]

Fractures of the orbital roofs may be associated with hemorrhage into the periorbital connective tissues. This may lead to blood dissecting around the eyelids, giving the impression of black eyes, even though there was no external blunt force impact to the face. Figure 1 shows a distinguished right-sided, periorbital hemorrhage in a young man who committed suicide by intraoral gunshot wound. Note the fractures of the right orbital roof.


Fig.1 Linear tears extending laterally from the corners of the mouth.

In another tribute to the tremendous force imparted by the expulsion of a projectile from a gun, notice the linear tears extending laterally from the corners of his mouth. The discharge of a weapon involves the release not only of a projectile but of hot gas under high pressure as well. If the lips are sealed around the barrel, the rapid expansion of departed gases causes the cheeks to balloon far beyond their elastic capacity. This results in the characteristic tears seen in figures 1-2.


Fig.2 Linear tears extending laterally from the corners of the mouth.

Figure 3 shows the intraoral gunshot wound to his palate. Although the onset of rigor mortis may stiffen the jaw muscles and make this examination difficult, it is important to visualize and document the wound. One may also sample tissues from this location for microscopic examination, allowing for the documentation of gunpowder.


Fig.3 The intraoral gunshot wound to the palate.

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[LERK]

You have some of the best informative and interesting posts.

Thank you!

[imbok]

Chamber pressures from pistol caliber cartridges can vary widely, from as low as 15,000 psi to over 40,000 psi (103 to 276 GPa), so this kind of damage to the mouth is inevitable when the round leaves the muzzle.

[northernlights]

Well you have plenty of time.... it's not like you work or anything. Fuckin' welfare case.

[Sa Bal]

If hed only lived we could have a real life Joker for 2021

[spyderguard]

Wanna know how I got these scars? Hot Gases and High Pressure from a Firearm.

[endobiont]

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